1 / 3Heywood Park
📍 Unley Park, SA
Natural playground in Unley Park featuring an 8-station Mini Ninja Course for active kids, dog-friendly picnic areas, towering gum trees, and open grassy spaces. Parking at Addiscombe Place includes an electronic bay display and EV charging points.
Haywood Park is a beautiful place. The playground is well worth bringing the children to play. The Mini Ninja Course is the most distinctive and challenging activity. From the START to the FINISH, there are a total of 8 challenge projects. The parking lot on Addiscombe PL is very convenient, with an electronic display at the entrance to inform the number of available parking spaces. The parking lot is also equipped with charging point for electric vehicles.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for active families who want a natural, uncrowded playground with a genuine physical challenge for kids. The Mini Ninja Course is the drawcard for ages 6 and up. Dog owners get full access throughout.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Lu Liu
5 years ago
“Haywood Park is a beautiful place. The playground is well worth bringing the children to play. The Mini Ninja Course is the most distinctive and challenging activity. From the START to the FINISH, there are a total of 8 challenge projects. The parking lot on Addiscombe PL is very convenient, with an electronic display at the entrance to inform the number of available parking spaces. The parking lot is also equipped with charging point for electric vehicles.”
Allen Tang
4 months ago
“Had a picnic here with friends. We even brought our dog as the place is dog friendly. Great place with plenty of shaded areas. We brought along our own foldable tables and chairs. There is even a mobile coffee truck selling coffee, cold drinks, muffins and cookies if one forget to bring food/drinks or need a coffee fix. I must say the coffee is good. With summer approaching I think this place will be a hit for weekend families gatherings.”
Amelia Eime (Amelia Eime Photography)
8 months ago
“A hidden gem tucked into Unley Park. Towering trees, winding paths and plenty of open space to relax or wander quietly. It has this lovely, almost secretive feel—never too busy, and the light filtering through the gums in the afternoon is beautiful.”
Skye Shepherd
2 months ago
“Beautiful grassy grounds but also fantastic playground for kids. One of the best in the area! Perfect for kids party’s or picnics or just somewhere to take the kids”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Heywood Park sits in a tree-filled reserve in Unley Park with the standout Mini Ninja Course spanning 8 challenge stations. The park is dog-friendly with open grassy areas suited to picnics and gatherings. Towering gum trees provide shade across the grounds, and winding paths connect the play and picnic zones. A mobile coffee truck operates on-site. Parking on Addiscombe Place has a live bay display and EV charging.
